Comfy Collars for Cats and Dogs

Comfy Collars are used as an alternative to the traditional lampshade collar, to reduce the stress suffered by cats and dogs that are recovering from surgery or minor injuries.

Unlike the elizabethan collar (also known as the e-collar, ecollar, buster collar, surgical collar or space collar) the comfy collar does not restrict the field of view, so your dog or cat is less likely to bash into furniture. It is also much easier for them to see and reach their food bowl. If you’ve ever seen a dog or cat trying to eat whilst wearing a lampshade collar you will know just how difficult and stressful that can be!

Each comfy collar has an outer layer and a separate inflatable inner tube, with a velcro fastening strap on the outside edge and fabric hoops to secure against your pet’s collar on the inside edge. The top-up valve can be accessed through the outer layer and pushed in so that it stays flush. There is also a zip on the outer layer for easy removal of the inner tube.

We endeavour to despatch all Comfy Collars as quickly as possible. We will send you an email confirmation when the Comfy Collar is on its way to you.

You are aiming for a snug fit, similar to a polo neck sweater, with the collar fully inflated and the velcro strap area positioned around the back of the neck. This will provide the maximum benefit for restricting neck movement. A baggy fit is less effective. The sizes are based on neck measurements (the circumference) without any finger wiggle space.

When fitting the Comfy Collar all pets should be supervised to ensure they are unable to reach any of the affected areas because with any type of collar (including elizabethan collars) some of the more determined pets may still be able to reach their hind quarters, tails and paws. You will need to use your pet’s regular collar to thread through the fabric tabs to prevent the Comfy Collar from being pushed off the head.

Thistle wearing his Comfy Collar Size 4… “Our Collie Thistle is looking very happy wearing his new Comfy Collar that arrived today. He was very depressed wearing the plastic bucket collar from the vet. Thank you for sending it so promptly.” …by Jennifer

Poopay wearing her Comfy Collar Size 1… “Poopay is 19 years old and panicked terribly with the traditional lampshade collar. She has taken to the Comfy Collar like a duck to water. Her only complaint is that she can no longer squeeze through the fence and has to wait for one of us to open the gate! Thank you for providing our good kind little cat with exactly what she needed.” …by Dick and Shuna

Alice wearing her Comfy Collar Size 3… “I purchased one of your Comfy Collars for Alice as she was going for an operation to have tumours removed. The Comfy Collar is amazing!!! It is making her recovery so much easier. I cannot recommend this product enough and shall be telling all my pet owning friends.” …by Christie

Willow wearing her Comfy Collar Size 1… “Think I can safely say she looks a lot happier than when she had the cone on!” …by Jennifer

Heldig wearing his Comfy Collar Size 2… “Heldig is a Norwegian Forest Cat, 7.3kg rescue, who experienced a life threatening depression wearing an e-collar. The Comfy Collar allowed Heldig to move around easily, and still drink and eat okay. It stopped him from bothering a huge wound on his rear, even though he is a very long cat.” …by June

Lola wearing her Comfy Collar Size 1… “Lola is 5 years old and recovering from a kidney and ureter operation.” …by June

Sheldon wearing his Comfy Collar Size 2… “He can eat, play and sleep in it. It’s a perfect fit as his wound is just out of reach but the collar doesn’t hinder him at all. Highly recommended. He’ll probably miss it when it’s off!” …by Debra

Teddy Boy wearing his Comfy Collar Size 3… “Teddy Boy is now a comfortable and settled 11 month young Cockapoo, after his neutering procedure. The Elizabethan collar from vet was very unsettling collided with all furniture and more importantly restricted drinking. Everything restored to normal when your Comfy Collar speedily arrived and saved the day.” …by Bill

Smartie wearing his Comfy Collar Size 2… “Recovering after his operation to remove a mass on his abdomen. Very relaxed wearing his collar.” …by Sarah

Seeley wearing his Comfy Collar Size 2… “This is a great invention. Seeley wore it for 2 weeks after his op. He could drink without hindrance. I was worried he’d become dehydrated wearing the hideous and antiquated lampshade. Seeley is back to normal now but the Comfy Collar made him comfortable during his recuperation and gave us piece of mind he was not in any discomfort nor could pick at his stitches. Your service was superb and the Comfy Collar arrived quickly as promised.” …by Jonathan

Beanie wearing her Comfy Collar… “More comfortable than the standard lampshade - Beanie behaves pretty normally with it on and can eat, drink and sleep soundly. It’s lightweight, and doesn’t obstruct the dog’s field of view at all.” …by Paul

Alfie the Lhasa Apso wearing his Comfy Collar Size 2… “Helping Alfie recover from his operation. He is doing much better now thank you.” …by Rochelle

Louis wearing his Comfy Collar Size 3… “My English Springer Spaniel Louis had an operation to remove two lumps. He is not stressed at all and has worn the Comfy Collar with no problems. I got it because I am disabled and the last time he wore a buster collar he ran into me and knocked me over causing injuries to myself! I recommend the Comfy Collar and wished I had one of these last year.” …by Jackie

Ernest wore a Comfy Collar Size 3… “The Comfy Collar has made such a difference! My lad is nowhere near as stressed as when he’s had to wear one of those dreadful plastic collars. Being half Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen, he is quite low to the ground and used to catch the plastic collar on everything and end up with really sore neck and shoulders. With the Comfy Collar he is able to eat and drink normally, and go for walks. He even uses the collar as a pillow when he has a nap!” …by Soraya

Boris wore a Comfy Collar … “We rescued a little French Bulldog who had chronic ear infections that were left untreated. Due to his breed he has major issues with e-collars because with his flat face he couldn’t reach his water/food bowls. The Comfy Collar has worked WONDERS. He absolutely loves it! He uses it as a pillow and can access his food and drink easily. In just a few days his ears have improved dramatically and we haven’t worried about leaving him when he’s wearing it.” …by Dani

Callie the French Bulldog wearing her Comfy Collar Size 3… “Callie suffered with severe allergy issues for years. Her skin was bright red and bleeding and bald all over her neck, legs, feet and chest. She has been with us as an owner surrender for little under a month. Her skin is improving with a raw diet and antibiotics/steroids. The Comfy Collar is absolutely amazing. She sleeps with it. It doesn’t dig into her sore skin and stops her from scratching and licking her feet” …by Caroline

Charlie wearing his Comfy Collar size 3… “My pup was castrated and the vet gave me a horrid plastic collar to use on him and recommended I get a babygrow and cut the arms/legs to fit. That was a poor solution! However with the Comfy Collar my pup looked immediately more comfortable and was able to lay down more easily. I really don’t think he minded wearing the collar at all. The only thing he didn’t like was the noise of the velcro but hey, Cavaliers are terrible wimps!” …by Jennifer

Chester wore a Comfy Collar… “Thank you for the quick delivery of Chester’s Comfy Collar. Chester skidded on gravel and tore some skin from his rear leg. He had stitches to repair the wound. Chester is a rescue dog and being a Collie cross can be a bit nervous. The sight of a buster collar sent him into a wild panic. The Comfy Collar is brilliant. He isn’t too happy about it going on but wears it with ease and can eat, drink, play and sleep in it. He is not worried by it at all.” …by Yvonne

Gunner wore a Comfy Collar Size 4… “We went two nights with a buster collar and it was distressing to see how upset and frightened he became. Today his Comfy Collar arrived. He’s been wearing it without a moment of distress. We took it off for a walk. When we got back he pined for it and sat down nicely waiting for us to put it back on him. The complete opposite of his reaction to the buster collar. So lovely to know he’s comfortable and happy instead of disorientated and confused.” …by Katy

Jake wearing his Comfy Collar Size 3… “Jake is delighted with his collar and it is so much more manageable than the Buster one. He can eat without removing it and can sleep a lot better also. Your delivery was fantastic as well. Well done and thanks.” …by Jennie

Kara wearing her Comfy Collar Size 4… “I can’t thank you enough for the fast delivery of your fantastic Comfy Collar. This is the 1st time that Kara my Northern Inuit has not looked stressed after an operation. The old Elizabethan collars (which Kara truly disliked) will never again be used on any of my dogs.” …by Doreen

Kate wearing her Comfy Collar Size 3… “When you have a Border Collie ‘dogging your footsteps’ it’s lovely not to end up bruised by one of those awful buster collars! You might also be interested to know that wearing the collar hasn’t stopped Kate from popping through the dog flap in the back door, something that simply wouldn’t have been possible with a standard buster collar.” …by Sheila

Lucy wearing her Comfy Collar Size 4… “Irish Retriever Rescue UK have just started using Comfy Collars for our dogs after operations. We have one ready for Lucy, one of our dogs that we are raising money for a new hip, she is due to have her operation very soon.” …by Wendy

Tummy wearing her Comfy Collar… “Just to say I bought a collar a while back to keep ‘just in case’ and today have used it for the first time as Tummy has had an op to remove a lump. I can’t believe how much better it is than the old lampshade that she had when she was spayed. Will be recommending them to everyone  thank you!” …by Claire

We welcome comments about using the Comfy Collar. The photos shown above help to illustrate how the Comfy Collar is worn (click an arrow on the side to see more). Please send us an email with your comments and a photo if you would also like to be featured on our home page.

We recommend you carefully measure your pet’s neck before ordering to ensure you have selected the right size of Comfy Collar for your pet’s needs. Please note that even if the collar has only been briefly tried on we will still be unable to accept its return for hygiene reasons. The Comfy Collar is not recommended for breeds with longer bodies and necks such as daschunds, whippets, greyhounds or dobermans. To protect the facial area and eyes we recommend the Optivizor.